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Beginning with a brief history of the coffee bean, this indispensable tome elucidates the four fundamental necessities for making a perfect espresso drink: the blend, the grind, the machine and the skills of the barista. The first half of the book covers traditional coffee drinks such as lattes and cappuccinos in addition to lesser known alcoholic drinks such as the caf¸ agave, while the second half deals with the most delectable sweet coffee accompaniments such as cookies and cupcakes.

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